Strong’s H4868

מִשְׁבָּת

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

mishbath

Pronunciation

mish-bawth'

Definition

Rest, cessation

Meaning

cessation, destruction

Usage

The term "mishbath" refers to a state of rest or cessation from work. It is closely related to the concept of the Sabbath, a day of rest instituted by God. The word emphasizes the idea of stopping or pausing from regular labor or activity, reflecting a divine command for rest and reflection.

Bible references

Lamentations 1:7